Welcome to this practical course on international economics. You'll begin by exploring foundational trade models such as Ricardo, Heckscher-Ohlin, and Monopolistic Competition, which offer insights into the workings of global trade patterns.

In the second half of the course, we'll apply these models to real-world data, analyzing how international economic developments have evolved over time and assessing how well they align with the theoretical frameworks we've studied.

By the end, you'll have a strong understanding of key topics in international economics, relevant to both daily news and the operations of multinational companies. This course will equip you with practical knowledge to navigate and analyze real-world international economic issues, whether in a business setting or when interpreting global events.